Sewell Wallis are currently working with a renowned organisation in Sheffield, South Yorkshire, who are looking to appoint an Accounts Receivable Assistant. This position is being offered on a Fixed Term Contract basis for 12 months. They are looking for someone available for an immediate start.As an Accounts Receivable Assistant, you''ll play an important part in supporting the wider finance function by managing tasks such as raising invoices, allocating payments, and reconciling banking transactions. We are looking for someone with prior exposure to transactional finance and a solid understanding of accounts receivable processes.Key responsibilities include:Posting daily banking activity into the ledger, preparing reconciliations against statements, and ensuring supporting records are maintained.Identifying and following up on missing information or discrepancies, ensuring transactions are accurately processed into the finance system on a timely basis.Preparing and processing electronic payments, securing the necessary approvals, and arranging transfers between accounts to ensure sufficient balances.Overseeing the systems used to record income received by cash and card, ensuring they are kept accurate and up to date.Carrying out periodic cash counts of main and departmental safes, as well as ad-hoc petty cash checks.Reviewing and updating process documentation to reflect current practices, at least annually or whenever changes occur.Supporting the Senior Accountant with ..... full job details .....